Introduction to Literary Studies is designed for those who are or wish to be English Majors. It provides a foundation for the contexts, concepts and methods relevant to the study of literature. Course coverage will include instruction in the use of relevant terminology and concepts, familiarization with literary and historical periods, and an overview of literary and genre conventions. The course should be taken within one year of declaring the major. (LA)

Prerequisites: Declared English major, or by permission of the department.